Help me plan my vacation?

DH (dear husband) is from Detroit but we're now living in central Florida. He misses the cold and snow terribly so I wanted to plan a small getaway for us to take at the end of January. We will be taking LO (little one) and are not opposed to flying if I can find a reasonably priced flight. I don't even know where to start though. We always take cruises so planning any other sort of vacation is foreign to me. Where should we go? What should we do? How much should j expect to spend? Any suggestions or advice??

Colorado is definitely on my bucket list! My only concern is having LO (little one) with us I don't think we would get much skiing done. We took our last vacation without LO (little one) so I would like to include him this time.

Lots to do in Chicago, and it will certainly be cold =) it's weirdly mild here for this time of year, but I assume we'll get snow soon. Lots of kid friendly stuff....Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum, Peggy Notebart nature museum, the Lincoln Park zoo is free, etc.

Lots to do in Chicago, and it will certainly be cold =) it's weirdly mild...

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12/22/2015

Lots to do in Chicago, and it will certainly be cold =) it's weirdly mild here for this time of year, but I assume we'll get snow soon. Lots of kid friendly stuff....Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum, Peggy Notebart nature museum, the Lincoln Park zoo is free, etc.

I will add I just got incredibly cheap tickets from Chicago to florida on spirit airlines. Even though you have to pay extras for checked and carry on bags and everything else, the base fare was only $34 one way. The five of us are flying for right around $400 with 2 checked bags (didn't get baby a seat). It's working out to be cheaper than driving. Not normally a fan of that airline, but worth it for the price.

I will add I just got incredibly cheap tickets from Chicago to florida on spi...

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12/22/2015

I will add I just got incredibly cheap tickets from Chicago to florida on spirit airlines. Even though you have to pay extras for checked and carry on bags and everything else, the base fare was only $34 one way. The five of us are flying for right around $400 with 2 checked bags (didn't get baby a seat). It's working out to be cheaper than driving. Not normally a fan of that airline, but worth it for the price.

Thanks for the info I will definitely check that out. I've never been to Chicago, how is it to get around? Should we rent a car or use public transportation?

Thanks for the info I will definitely check that out. I've never been to ...

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12/22/2015

Thanks for the info I will definitely check that out. I've never been to Chicago, how is it to get around? Should we rent a car or use public transportation?

If you're staying in Chicago proper (which I would, there's plenty to see and do there without going into the suburbs), you definitely do not want a car. Cabs are easy to find, the El (train) runs most everywhere, and there are buses too. Parking is a bitch and is very expensive.

Not sure if you want to travel all the way to the west coast, but Mt. Rainier is a great destination for cold and snow lovers. We have stayed at a few cabins/lodges in the area for anniversaries or getaways. This one comes to mind

I will add I just got incredibly cheap tickets from Chicago to florida on spi...

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12/22/2015

I will add I just got incredibly cheap tickets from Chicago to florida on spirit airlines. Even though you have to pay extras for checked and carry on bags and everything else, the base fare was only $34 one way. The five of us are flying for right around $400 with 2 checked bags (didn't get baby a seat). It's working out to be cheaper than driving. Not normally a fan of that airline, but worth it for the price.

Spirit is really tricky and you need to read the fine print over and over again. If you know their style they can suit you well, but if you aren't prepared you will end up paying the same amount. Don't forget you have to pay for carry ons- so if you need a diaper bag you will have to pay. You only get a personal item for free.

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